Palantir’s AI-Driven Surge Sparks 3.62% Rally with $14.7B in Trading Volume, Securing 5th in Market Activity

On August 6, Palantir Technologies (PLTR) rose 3.62% with a trading volume of $14.7 billion, ranking fifth in market activity, though down 35.03% from the prior day. The stock’s performance aligns with recent analyst upgrades and robust business momentum.

Wedbush analyst Dan Ives raised PLTR’s price target to $200 from $160, maintaining an “Outperform” rating. The firm highlighted Palantir’s AI-driven growth, particularly in its U.S. commercial sector, where demand for its AI platform has surged. Ives emphasized the company’s potential to reach a $1 trillion market cap as AI adoption accelerates.

Palantir’s Q2 results underscored its strategic shift. Revenue hit $1 billion, up 48% year-over-year, with the U.S. commercial segment contributing $306 million—a 93% annual increase. Total contract value for this segment soared 222% to $843 million, reflecting strong client retention and expansion. CEO Alex Karp attributed the success to AI’s transformative impact on enterprise operations.

Looking ahead, Palantir’s remaining performance obligation (RPO) jumped 77% to $2.42 billion, signaling long-term revenue visibility. The firm also raised full-year 2025 revenue guidance, projecting sustained growth as federal and commercial clients deepen their reliance on its AI tools.

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